The Olsen Farm /Port Oneida Heritage Center - headquarters of Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear, is newly renovated.Click the blue text link to go to their website, which says, in part:
We invite you to step inside the Charles and Hattie Olsen Farmhouse, home to Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear, for an introductory, educational journey into the historic life and resources in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The exhibit which opened June 2016, offers an in-depth understanding of cultural landscapes, and an appreciation of Native American and pioneer settlers including the cultural traditions of the late 1800’s – early 1900’s. Showcasing its original pantry, hardwood floors and ornate woodwork, this rehabilitated pioneer homestead exemplifies the work and mission of Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear. Through videos, displays and maps, become acquainted with the Olsen family who lived on the farm. Learn about the Port Oneida community. Listen to recorded interviews with Port Oneida descendants. Browse resource materials for historic information. Enjoy the grounds, or begin your hiking tour through the Port Oneida Rural Historic District using our Port Oneida Tour guide and map. In addition to interpreting past history, Preserve invites its visitors to become part of history itself – connecting the past to the future – through helping with preservation projects of remaining structures.
The Olsen Farm /Port Oneida Heritage Center - headquarters of Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear, is newly renovated.Click the blue text link to go to their website, which says, in part:
We invite you to step inside the Charles and Hattie Olsen Farmhouse, home to Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear, for an introductory, educational journey into the historic life and resources in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The exhibit which opened June 2016, offers an in-depth understanding of cultural landscapes, and an appreciation of Native American and pioneer settlers including the cultural traditions of the late 1800’s – early 1900’s. Showcasing its original pantry, hardwood floors and ornate woodwork, this rehabilitated pioneer homestead exemplifies the work and mission of Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear.
Through videos, displays and maps, become acquainted with the Olsen family who lived on the farm. Learn about the Port Oneida community. Listen to recorded interviews with Port Oneida descendants. Browse resource materials for historic information. Enjoy the grounds, or begin your hiking tour through the Port Oneida Rural Historic District using our Port Oneida Tour guide and map. In addition to interpreting past history, Preserve invites its visitors to become part of history itself – connecting the past to the future – through helping with preservation projects of remaining structures.